Direct Support Specialist II: Training & Care Leader

Marycariola; Town of Webster (NY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Cariola Center in Webster, NY is seeking a Direct Support Professional II - Staff Support Specialist to assist with training, resident care, and program implementation. You will coordinate orientation, maintain training packets, obtain SCIP-r/CPR/First Aid certifications, and participate in staff meetings and safety drills.

Qualified applicants have English proficiency, a NYS driver’s license, and a high school diploma or GED; 6 months in a similar role preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Possess a current and valid NYS driver’s license.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6 months or more experience in similar role (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist with orientation and training of new staff in all individual program plans, data collection systems and direct care responsibilities.
• Act as a “training mentor” to new staff by maintaining communication with the new employee, monitoring their training progress and ensuring they complete their training packet.
• Assist in keeping the training packet up to date, making updates when needed.
• Obtain and maintain Train-the-Trainer certifications for SCIP-r or CPR/First Aid, providing new staff training and updates in these areas, as requested.
• Attend medical/health related appointments of the residents as needed.
• Facilitate active participation of the residents by implementing their individual program plan in their home and community.
• Implement behavior support plans and Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP-r) accurately and consistently.
• Engage in lifting, moving and positioning tasks for residents as needed.
• Promote and facilitate self-care and personal hygiene.
• Assist residents with bathing, toileting, dressing and eating as needed including modeling appropriate behavior, using therapeutic equipment and/or feeding.
• Perform housekeeping tasks including meal preparation, cleaning, laundry and shopping.
• Foster receptive and expressive communication through sign language, pictograms and electronic devices.
• Accurately complete all required documentation using PrecisionCare and written form when necessary.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, case reviews, in-service sessions, etc.
• Implement fire, safety and emergency procedures, assisting with fire drills.
• Assist with fire drills.
• Administer medications to residents.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NYS Driver's License

Job description

Mary Cariola Center in Webster, NY is seeking a Direct Support Professional II - Staff Support Specialist to assist with training, resident care, and program implementation. You will coordinate orientation, maintain training packets, obtain SCIP-r/CPR/First Aid certifications, and participate in staff meetings and safety drills.

Qualified applicants have English proficiency, a NYS driver’s license, and a high school diploma or GED; 6 months in a similar role preferred.